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Walter Scott Memorial Skeleton Clock.
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Walter Scott Memorial Skeleton Clock.

19th century
Description

Sir Walter Scott was a famed Scottish author and upon his death the citizens of Edinburgh decided the city needed a monument to him, the monument was opened in 1844 and is the inspiration for this impressive double fusee brass skeleton clock produced shortly afterwards. The clock stands on a substantial two piece stepped variegated white marble base with matching bun feet. Sir Walter Scott and his dog Maida are beautifully cast and sit below the central arch.

A finely finished four-piece brass frame with five pillars houses a quality chain driven fusee movement with six spoke wheels and pull repeat. It has a zinc bob pendulum on a wood rod and strikes the hours on a coiled gong. The newly re-silvered and pierced chapter ring has shield shaped roman numerals providing a pleasing contrast to the brass clock frame.

A beautiful and unusual timepiece.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

Beechmount Antiques has dated this Walter Scott Skeleton Clock to the 19th Century.

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Sir Walter Scott was a famed Scottish author and upon his death the citizens of Edinburgh decided the city needed a monument to him, the monument was opened in 1844 and is the inspiration for this impressive double fusee brass skeleton clock produced shortly afterwards.
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The clock stands on a substantial two piece stepped variegated white marble base with matching bun feet.
Beechmount Antiques

Sir Walter Scott and his dog Maida are beautifully cast and sit below the central arch.

fig 1. A Victorian brass skeleton clock designed in the shape of a Gothic spire, resting on a white marble base with a small seated figure at the bottom.
fig 1. Walter Scott Memorial Skeleton Clock.

A finely finished four-piece brass frame with five pillars houses a quality chain driven fusee movement with six spoke wheels and pull repeat. It has a zinc bob pendulum on a wood rod and strikes the hours on a coiled gong. The newly re-silvered and pierced chapter ring has shield shaped roman numerals providing a pleasing contrast to the brass clock frame.

A beautiful and unusual timepiece.

All are clocks are offered with a twelve-month guarantee.

Viewings arranged by appointmen

Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

Beechmount Antiques has dated this Walter Scott Skeleton Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1012452
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Archive I A Victorian brass skeleton clock designed in the shape of a Gothic spire, resting on a white marble base with a small seated figure at the bottom.

Walter Scott memorial skeleton clock.

Archive II A Victorian brass skeleton clock designed in the shape of a Gothic spire, resting on a white marble base with a small seated figure at the bottom. View II
Archive III A Victorian brass skeleton clock designed in the shape of a Gothic spire, resting on a white marble base with a small seated figure at the bottom. View III
Archive IV A Victorian brass skeleton clock designed in the shape of a Gothic spire, resting on a white marble base with a small seated figure at the bottom. View IV
Archive V A Victorian brass skeleton clock designed in the shape of a Gothic spire, resting on a white marble base with a small seated figure at the bottom. View V
Archive VI A Victorian brass skeleton clock designed in the shape of a Gothic spire, resting on a white marble base with a small seated figure at the bottom. View VI
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Archive VIII A Victorian brass skeleton clock designed in the shape of a Gothic spire, resting on a white marble base with a small seated figure at the bottom. View VIII
Archive IX A Victorian brass skeleton clock designed in the shape of a Gothic spire, resting on a white marble base with a small seated figure at the bottom. View IX
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A Victorian brass skeleton clock designed in the shape of a Gothic spire, resting on a white marble base with a small seated figure at the bottom.
Walter Scott memorial skeleton clock.
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A Victorian brass skeleton clock designed in the shape of a Gothic spire, resting on a white marble base with a small seated figure at the bottom.
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FAQs

A Scott Monument skeleton clock is a Victorian brass timepiece designed to replicate the Gothic architecture of the monument dedicated to Sir Walter Scott in Edinburgh, featuring an openwork frame that displays the internal wheelwork.

These timepieces are constructed using cut and hand-finished brass plates for the architectural framing and wheelwork, steel arbors, silvered chapter rings, and a solid marble or slate plinth base.

Authentic period examples feature hand-cut brass fretwork, five-spoke or six-spoke wheel construction, period-appropriate Roman numerals, natural surface patination or light oxidisation, and solid marble bases rather than cast modern alloys.

Position the timepiece as a central decorative object on a dark timber mantelpiece, library desk, or side cabinet, allowing its metallic spire to contrast against a minimal backdrop.

Remove surface dust using a dry microfibre cloth or soft artists brush without liquid cleaners, store the item under a glass dome to prevent atmospheric tarnishing, and have the mechanical movement serviced periodically by a qualified horologist.
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